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Swiss antisemitism shock at Davos shop sign saying no skis for Jews (www.bbc.co.uk)

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Anti-racist groups argue the case violates discrimination laws and police are investigating.

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[–] livus@kbin.social 1 points 7 months ago

But Swiss anti-racism groups point out that targeting an entire racial, religious or ethnic group because of the alleged bad behaviour of a few is more serious than clumsy wording; in fact it's a classic sign of racism and discrimination.

A better way to prevent theft and damage, they say, would be to do what many ski hire shops already do: take an ID and a credit card from customers.

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